The Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides present special Black History walking tours during Juneteenth weekend 2026 in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. These one-hour guided tours explore the experiences of Gettysburg’s large Black community from the years leading up to the Civil War through Reconstruction, highlighting the people and events that shaped the town’s role along the road to freedom.Guests walk through downtown Gettysburg while hearing stories of abolitionists, kidnappers, freedom seekers, and local residents connected to the Underground Railroad and the fight for freedom. The tour offers deeper insight into an important chapter of Gettysburg history that extends beyond the ... Read This Story
Meet some of the most recognized names in Civil War history and literature during a full day of author signings at the Beyond the Battle Museum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on Friday, July 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The event features opportunities to meet bestselling authors, historians, and preservationists while browsing hundreds of Civil War titles available for purchase. Scheduled signing appearances include Tim Smith, Cindy Small, and Bo Brinkman from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Garry Adelman from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Jeff Shaara, Tom McMillan, and Brad and Linda Gottfried from 1 p.m. to ... Read This Story
In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, acclaimed playwright, actor, and professor Anna Deavere Smith brings Basil Biggs to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, for a special presentation of selected scenes on July 2 at 7:30 p.m. at Kline Theatre inside Brua Hall on the Gettysburg College campus.Developed for ArtPhilly’s What Now: 2026 Festival, Smith’s new play traces the life of her great-great-grandfather, Basil Biggs, a farmer, veterinarian, and Underground Railroad operative who later received a contract to disinter the Union dead after the Battle of Gettysburg. Drawing from archival material, Smith reimagines the lives of Biggs, his family, and their community ... Read This Story
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED**
Step inside one of Gettysburg’s most important preservation projects during this special open house at the historic Jack and Julia Hopkins House on July 2 beginning at 2 p.m. Presented by Gettysburg History, the program offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the ongoing restoration of the 1840s log home at 219 South Washington Street, future site of Gettysburg’s new Black History Museum.
Historians Jean Green and Andrew Dalton will guide visitors through the story of the Hopkins House, the preservation efforts underway, and the artifacts uncovered during restoration work. Located just south of downtown Gettysburg, ... Read This Story
Gettysburg History presents a special guided exploration of the historic Jacob Weikert Farm on July 2 from 10 a.m. to noon, offering an in-depth look at one of the most significant Union field hospitals of the Battle of Gettysburg. Historian Tim Smith and Shriver House Museum director Abbie Hoffman will lead participants through the stories, landscapes, and human experiences tied to this remarkable Civil War site.Situated along Taneytown Road near Little Round Top in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the 18th-century Jacob Weikert Farm became a critical medical center during and after the battle. Through compelling storytelling and battlefield interpretation, the ... Read This Story
Experience the thunder of Civil War artillery on July 1 during a rare hands-on cannon firing event at the Beyond the Battle Museum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Participants will have the opportunity to join a trained cannon crew and fire a reproduction 10-pounder Parrott rifle by pulling the lanyard to discharge a blank black powder round.Held outdoors at the Beyond the Battle Museum on Biglerville Road, this immersive Gettysburg history experience offers a close look at the power, precision, and procedures behind Civil War artillery operations. Designed for history enthusiasts and visitors exploring Adams County during the Gettysburg anniversary ... Read This Story
Step beyond the exhibits and experience a rare piece of living history on July 1 at the Beyond the Battle Museum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Under the close supervision of expert instructor Phil Spaugy, participants will have the opportunity to load and fire an authentic Civil War firearm using one blank cartridge, offering firsthand insight into the experience of a 19th-century soldier.Held outdoors at the Beyond the Battle Museum on Biglerville Road near the Gettysburg battlefield, this hands-on program also includes a live demonstration covering proper loading procedures, firearm handling, maintenance, and the historical significance of Civil War-era weapons. ... Read This Story
History comes alive on July 1 at 10 a.m. during “Fields of Fire: Gettysburg’s First Day Farms,” an in-depth program exploring the crucial farm properties caught in the opening hours of the Battle of Gettysburg. Historians Jim Hessler, Andrew Dalton, and Phil Spaugy will guide attendees through the stories and battlefield action connected to the Harmon, Forney, and McClean farms, landscapes that became key points in the fierce fighting west and north of Gettysburg on July 1, 1863.Held at Gettysburg History’s Battlefield Overlook Event Center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the program examines the dramatic combat that unfolded from the ... Read This Story
Back by popular demand, Penn State Extension brings “Let’s Cook Charcuterie Boards” to Hollabaugh Bros. Farm Market in Biglerville, Pennsylvania, on August 29 at 10 a.m. This hands-on, in-person workshop shows participants how to give the charcuterie board trend a healthy, creative twist while building a board that looks as good as it tastes.
Set in the scenic Adams County countryside, Hollabaugh Bros. Farm Market provides the perfect Biglerville backdrop for a food-focused class packed with practical ideas and fresh inspiration. Penn State Extension will share simple techniques for selecting ingredients, balancing flavors, arranging visually appealing boards, ... Read This Story
Civil War history, music, and remembrance come together at the Historic Church of St. Francis Xavier in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on July 4, 2026, during a special Civil War Mass and living history program tied to America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. During the Battle of Gettysburg, the church served as a hospital where the Daughters of Charity cared for wounded soldiers, making the site an important part of Adams County’s wartime story and the nation’s larger journey through conflict, sacrifice, and freedom.
The morning begins with Mass at 9 a.m., followed by a concert of Civil War music performed by Gregory ... Read This Story
Confederates Take the Shriver House returns to the Shriver House Museum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on July 4 for its 27th annual living history reenactment. Held for one evening only, this popular Gettysburg event brings the Civil War story of the Shriver family to life through guided tours, live reenactors, and immersive scenes throughout the historic home.Throughout the evening, visitors can stand just feet from soldiers firing from the attic, hear from Ms. Hettie and her neighbors as the battle draws near, and learn how surgeons and nurses treated wounded soldiers during the fighting. Guests can also enjoy a ... Read This Story
The Summer Concert Series continues at the National Apple Museum in Biglerville, Pennsylvania, with Honey on the Rocks performing Friday, June 12, 2026, at 7 p.m. With support from Ploughman Cider, this free Adams County concert brings together live music, local cider, and a relaxed community atmosphere in the heart of Pennsylvania apple country.Guests can enjoy free admission while supporting the National Apple Museum and regional musicians. Cash donations benefit the museum, while cider sales help support the performers throughout the series. Food will be available on site, making this an easy Friday night stop near Gettysburg and ... Read This Story
